Richard vs William
Richard
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Brave ruler
Peak: 1946 (3.57%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Richard | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.61% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.62% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.71% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.79% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.36% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 2.85% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 3.15% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 2.80% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 2.01% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.60% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.90% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.63% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.30% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Richard or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Richard peaked in 1946 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Richard and William mean?
Richard means "Brave ruler" while William means "Resolute protector".